James W. Staples
Graduating
Class of 1864
Served in
The
American Civil War
Sergeant
James W. Staples
Army
Company G
1st U.S. Sharp Shooters
Hometown
Madison, WI
Date of Birth
Location of Death
Charles City, VA
Date of Death
Location of Burial
Forest Hill Cemetery, Madison, WI
More About Sergeant Staples
Sergeant Staples was killed at the Battle of Charles City Cross Roads Virginia during the "7 Days Battles." His regiment held off the enemy long enough for the army to retreat.